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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad

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Dill Pickle Chicken Salad is a refreshing and delicious dish that combines crunchy dill pickles with tender chicken, all enveloped in a creamy dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or quick lunches at home, this salad is an explosion of flavors and textures in every bite. Easy to prepare, it can be served on its own or as a hearty sandwich filling.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup crunchy dill pickles, chopped
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • ¼ cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped
  • ½ red onion, diced
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the chicken by poaching in simmering water for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked. Let cool slightly before shredding into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt and mustard until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
  3. Fold in the chopped pickles, diced red onion, and fresh herbs into the dressing.
  4. Gently combine the shredded chicken with the dressing until well-coated.
  5. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Poaching
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
  • Calories: 325
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 640mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg